Como manager praises Malen's impact

Wesley delivered an energetic performance on the flank during a recent match at Dall'Ara, creating multiple goal-scoring opportunities. The winger's attacking play and ability to generate chances stood out as a statistical highlight of Roma's performance on the day. Wesley continues to be an important attacking option for Roma, contributing to the team's offensive output. His creativity and pace on the wing remain valuable assets in Gasperini's setup as the team pursues its season objectives.

Como defeated Genoa 2-0 in a Serie A match, with goals from Douvikas and Diao securing the visitors' first win in over a month. Douvikas opened the scoring early with a headed finish from a Da Cunha cross, before Diao added a second-half header to seal the result. The victory moves Como level with Roma on 61 points, two points behind Juventus in the Serie A table. Daniele De Rossi, managing Genoa, was unable to help Roma's European push through this result. The loss leaves Genoa at 39 points and mathematically close to Serie A survival, while Como's win represents a significant turnaround in form. With Como now matching Roma's points tally, the race for European qualification remains competitive.

Milan host Juventus on Sunday night at Stadio San Siro in a crucial top-four battle. Milan recovered from two consecutive defeats with a 1-0 win at Hellas Verona, where Adrien Rabiot scored late in the first half. Juventus arrive in high spirits following a dominant 2-0 home victory over Bologna, with goals from Jonathan David and Khephren Thuram extending their unbeaten run to seven matches. The fixture carries significant implications for AS Roma, who sit fifth, eight points behind Milan. Roma's recent 2-0 triumph at Torino has narrowed Juventus's advantage over Gian Piero Gasperini's side to just two points, intensifying pressure on the Bianconeri to maintain their top-four position. Both Milan and Juventus are chasing Champions League qualification, while Roma remain firmly in contention for a coveted fourth-place spot. Milan have all first-team players available, though Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic remain out of form—Pulisic last scored in December. Juventus are without long-term absentees Arkadiusz Milik and Juan Cabal, with star striker Dusan Vlahovic unlikely to feature; Jonathan David is expected to lead the line instead. Historically, Milan-Juventus meetings have been low-scoring affairs, with each of the last nine top-flight encounters producing under 2.5 goals. A draw is predicted as the most likely outcome.

Como manager Fabregas highlighted the disparity in resources between his club and Roma after Como defeated Genoa 2–0 to remain level on points with Roma in fifth place. Fabregas pointed out that Roma, along with Juventus and Napoli, have invested in the transfer market during the season, while Como has operated with a limited squad throughout the campaign. The Como boss stated: "We are few, we have been fighting since the beginning of the season with the same players, unlike Roma, Juve or Napoli who have done business taking various Malen, Boga and Alisson. We are few, but we are doing good work and we must not stop." Roma signed Donyell Malen in January and continue to compete near the top of Serie A alongside Como. Fabregas also remarked on the remarkable progress Como has made, noting that his team was competing in Serie B just 20 months earlier against Cittadella. He declined to comment on transfer speculation but emphasized the achievement of his squad in challenging the elite clubs despite their modest resources. The competitive battle for a top-five finish remains tight, with Como and Roma separated by neither goal difference nor points.

German playmaker Julian Brandt has become a target for several major European clubs ahead of the summer transfer window. AS Roma, Atletico Madrid, Aston Villa, and Newcastle United are all tracking the Borussia Dortmund midfielder, who will become available on a free transfer in June. Brandt is capable of beating defenders and has previously shared a dressing room with Roma's Donyell Malen during their time at Dortmund. Roma identified Brandt as a target several weeks ago and sees him as a valuable addition to the squad. However, the competition for his signature has intensified significantly. Atletico Madrid, under Diego Simeone, is pursuing Brandt as a potential replacement for the departing Antoine Griezmann. The Premier League interest represents a new development in the race, with both Aston Villa and Newcastle preparing suitable offers to convince the German to move to England. Roma remains attentive to the situation and ready to make its move at an opportune moment.

Roma secured a decisive 2-0 away victory at Bologna, with the goals coming in the first half. Donyell Malen delivered an outstanding performance, scoring one goal and providing an assist. Wesley, returning from injury, proved crucial to the result, while El Aynaoui also contributed a goal and an assist—marking his first Serie A goal. Goalkeeper Mile Svilar made important saves when called upon, and the defensive trio performed solidly throughout. The win keeps Roma's Champions League ambitions alive as Juventus faced AC Milan the same evening. Head coach Gian Piero Gasperini received praise from multiple newspapers for his tactical setup and team management. Midfielder Niccolò Pisilli impressed with a solid display, while the midfield and defensive structure remained compact and disciplined. The ratings across major Italian publications were relatively consistent, with Malen earning scores between 7.5 and 8, and El Aynaoui consistently rated 7.5. Wesley and Svilar also drew positive marks across the board. Gasperini himself was rated 7 to 7.5 by the publications surveyed.